Twitch Shutting Down in South Korea: Operations Cease February 2024

Big news for Korean streamers and viewers: Twitch is shutting down its business operations in South Korea Febru. This significant change will impact the Korean streaming landscape, leaving many wondering about the future.

According to a blog post from CEO Dan Clancy, South Twitch operations in Korea are scheduled to end on February 27th, 2024. The Twitch business will continue operating in Korea until Febru, at which point you will no longer be able to monetize through Twitch products.

Also, on Febru KST, the Games livestreaming platform Twitch is shutting down its business operations in South Korea. Following that date, Korean viewers will no longer be able to purchase Twitch’s paid products. This means subscriptions, bits, and other forms of support will no longer be available for Korean creators via Twitch after February 2024. Streamers will need to explore alternative platforms to continue reaching their Korean audience and monetizing their content.

We'll continue to update this page with more information as it becomes available regarding the implications of Twitch's departure from the South Korean market and potential alternative platforms for Korean streamers.